I can honestly say Rachel is a very loving caretaker of animals. She has watched our Scottish Terrier, Jellybean, several times. She treats her like one of her own. She makes sure she stays within her routine for eating. She plays with her and keeps her active. Jellybean is always excited to go to Rachel's house for an afternoon or a sleepover. There's a nice size fenced in area designated for potty time and some outside playtime. Rachel is always my first choice for Jellybean's care when we have to travel and she can't come along.